5 reasons to book a private boat tour in Paris
Thinking of taking a private boat tour in Paris, France? Maybe you’d like to see another side of the city, try something new or celebrate a special occasion? If you’re reading these lines, we’re guessing you would.
But why book a private boat tour instead of a bateau mouche? In this guide, we give you 5 good reasons (we think 😉) to book a private boat for your jaunt down the Seine in Paris.
1. Get away from the crowds
If you’re traveling on a budget, bateaux mouches are the most affordable option for outings on the Seine. But maybe you don’t want to be surrounded by tourists. If you’re looking for peace and quiet away from the crowds, what you really need is a private boat hire.
Because with a bateau mouche, you never know what you’ll get. The boat could be empty. Or it could be thronged. The experience might be relaxing—or a nightmare! What if the people next to you are noisy? What if your view is blocked by a jungle of selfie sticks? The last thing you want is to end up frustrated. Especially if the whole point of a boat cruise with family or friends is to relax and have fun.
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2. Fully customize the experience
With a private boat hire for your cruise on the Seine, you’re guaranteed to get the exact experience you have in mind. You can customize everything. From your departure point to your departure time (morning, sunset, or night). In some cases, even the itinerary. You can also choose from luxury on-board services like lunch/dinner, music, wine or champagne, roses, or a photo shoot.
If you’re on a date with someone special, why not go for a sunset boat tour? You can set the mood with wine or champagne as well as gentle background music.
Or perhaps a friend is visiting Paris for the first time? In that case, a 2.5-hour cruise is what you want. This gives you time to take in the city and enjoy a close-up view of Paris’s most iconic monuments. Your skipper can fill you in on the stories behind the amazing sights. And if you want to take photos, snap away!
Be warned—if you’re organizing something for kids, a 1.5-hour cruise is what you need. It’s long enough for the little ones to have fun and marvel at the Eiffel Tower and other sights. But it isn’t so long that they get bored!
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3. Prepare to get comfy
If you opt for a private boat tour in Paris, the big advantage is comfort. You can freely chat with your friends or family, savor the sights at your leisure, and take photos. It’s like having a booth to yourself in a swanky bar. Only you’re outdoors. And you’re floating.
At My Paris River, we operate our river tours on pontoons. These can accommodate up to 12 people. They have a spacious seating area around a central table. There’s plenty of room to kick back or enjoy a meal. But you can also stand, if you prefer. It’s the best way to gaze at the Parisian sights. It’s also the only way to dance! (Yes, with My Paris River you can even party with friends while listening to all your favorite music.)
4. Organize unforgettable events in the heart of Paris
Looking to celebrate your birthday in style? Planning a bachelor/bachelorette party to remember? Hunting for the most romantic location to pop the question? A private boat hire in Paris may be the best option for you.
You can even add a touch of luxury to the experience. Have a bouquet of red roses waiting aboard for a romantic evening with someone special. Share a birthday cake with close ones. Arrange drinks and music to get everyone in the party mood. Or book a photo shoot with a professional photographer to capture the highlights of your outing on the Seine.
And with the sights and vistas of Paris as a backdrop, what more could you want for an unforgettable experience?
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4.1 What about a private boat hire for corporate events?
If you’re organizing a business seminar, conference or other large event, a private boat is not the right choice. You need space to accommodate speakers and guests. Plus room for IT equipment like projectors, sound equipment, computers, and so on.
But if you’d like to wow a client, throw an after-work party, or run a team-building event, you can’t beat a private boat. The only condition is that there must be no more than 12 passengers. For larger groups, we can split your party across 2 or more pontoons. That way, you still get to enjoy a fun outing as you cruise down the Seine together.
5. Interact directly with your skipper
Ever been on a bateau mouche or similar large boat with lots of tourists? Did you find that you couldn’t hear what the guide was saying? Did you not know where to look when facts or monuments were mentioned?
When you book a private boat tour in Paris, you cruise the Seine on a small craft. So you can interact directly with your skipper. If you have a question, miss something or don’t understand a point that’s been made, you can ask the skipper to explain!
Good to know: All our crew is fluent in French and English. They are also trained to provide live-guided commentary and know all the secret stories behind the City of Light. Check out what past customers have to say about our services.
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